Scarecrow Festival in October

A fall scarecrow festival sponsored by Princeton Parks and Recreation will be held during the month of October when participants may set up their scarecrows on the Town Common.

Local youth groups, businesses, community organizations and families are invited to create a scarecrowbased fall display. Participants may incorporate the spirit of Princeton's 250th Anniversary celebration or a theme of their own interest.

Awards will be presented for the winning displays in the following categories: Town Spirit, Creative, Funniest, Best Harvest/Seasonal Display, Best Display by an Organization or Club, Best Business Display, best Junior Display.

No Halloween-themed display, please.

Displays will be set up on the common starting on Oct. 10 and remain for two weeks, culminating in a community picnic and announcement of the winning entries on Oct. 25. All displays must be removed that day.